Parent coaching program shows promise for kids with autism in underserved areas

NCT ID NCT04505488

First seen Feb 01, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 15 times

Summary

This study tests a program called ASPEN that teaches parents of young children with autism (ages 18 months to 6 years) how to use simple strategies at home to improve their child's social communication and behavior. The program includes 12 sessions with a clinician and a peer leader. The goal is to help children develop better skills and reduce parent stress. The study involves 320 families from low-resource communities.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Texas at Austin

    Austin, Texas, 78758, United States

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